This is a beginner's retreat, but all are
welcome. Meditation instruction will be provided. The retreat will
include guided sittings, walking meditation, Dharma talks, and
interviews. This retreat will be held in silence except for interviews
and group Q & A sessions. Our venue is small so registration is limited.
There are several residential accommodations available but you can
commute each day if you prefer.

Insight
Meditation

Insight Meditation
(vipassana) is a simple and direct practice: the moment to
moment investigation of the mind/body process through calm,
focused awareness which allows us to experience sensations,
emotions, thoughts and consciousness with greater clarity and
balance. This frees our mind from conditioned patterns of
self-centeredness, negativity and confusion, and opens our heart
to deeper wisdom and compassion. This process of opening
compassionately to ourselves moves from the sitting period to
the whole of our lives. Each moment is practice for our growth
toward wholeness and harmony. The meditations derive from
Buddhist traditions but no special religious beliefs are
necessary to their practice.

What Is a
Meditation Retreat?

A meditation retreat is a wonderful
opportunity to experience our own inner being while sharing in
the support of others. Mindfulness throughout the day will be a
focus, with alternating periods of sitting and walking practice.
The retreat will be held in silence. Small group instruction and
private interviews with the meditation teachers will be offered,
and evening talks will be given. This kind of retreat may not be
appropriate for all people. If you have concerns about your
emotional stability under the pressures of a deeply
introspective meditation experience, please discuss your
concerns with a Deep Spring teacher prior to registering. If
finances are a concern, please let us know. Scholarships are
available. Registration fees cover room and board. Teachings are
offered on a
dana basis.